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Today we welcome Father Doug McKay, who is with us this weekend, as Msgr. McCormac and Msgr. Magee are in Lincoln, Nebraska for the ordination of the new Father Isaac Wahlmeier, and our new transitional deacon Bradley Moss. In his homily, Fr. McKay focuses on these words from today's gospel - 

Jesus said to his disciples:
 “Whoever loves me will keep my word,
 and my Father will love him,
 and we will come to him and make our dwelling with him.
 Whoever does not love me does not keep my words;
 yet the word you hear is not mine
 but that of the Father who sent me.

Please keep Father Wahlmeier and Deacon Bradley Moss in your prayers.  God Bless you, and God Bless America.

In today's homily, Msgr. McCormac reminisces about his ordination day and first Mass of Thanksgiving at St. Jerome's Church Forty-Five (45) years ago. He shares his memories of priests, family, and friends who shared this very special occasion with him. He ties today's Gospel message of Jesus's command that we "Love one another, as I have loved you"  beautifully into his beginnings as a priest, and how he has lived these words in his years of priestly ministry. Listen to this special and deeply personal homily, and please share it with a friend. Happy 45th Anniversary of your priestly ordination, Monsignor McCormac. Ad Multos Annos!!!

In this Sunday's gospel, Msgr. Magee reminds us that's the events of Jesus's resurrection aren't just an event that happened long ago, but are alive for us and still speaking to us today. The apostles have another encounter with Jesus, as he once again, shows the depth of His love, and helps them to fill their boat with fish, after they were unsuccessful on their own. Jesus then tells them that he will make them "fishers of men", gathering believers wherever they went. Listen to this excellent homily, and let our Lord speak to your heart. Please enjoy this podcast, and share with someone who will benefit in hearing it. Thanks for listening and have a blessed week.

In today's homily, Msgr. Magee reminds us that Easter Sunday wasn't just a day that came and went, it was a day that changed humanity forever. Our Gospel continues from last week's story of the resurrection of Jesus on that first Easter Sunday morning . The disciples of Jesus are scared and hiding in a room, fearing that they could be next to be killed as friends of Jesus. He appears to them in the upper room, and greets them with the words, "Peace be with you."  This is when Jesus institutes the sacrament of Reconciliation, and gives his apostles the ability to forgive sins in His name. Listen to this Podcast, and thank the Lord for sharing His limitless mercy in the sacrament of Reconciliation with all of us.

In today's Easter homily, Msgr. Magee helps us to understand what it must have been like to be at the tomb of Jesus on that first Easter Sunday and to discover that he was not there. The empty tomb is evidence of the greatest single event to happen in our world, what we are celebrating today, the resurrection of Jesus. It is the first of many proofs that Jesus had risen from the dead. Please reflect on this inspiring Easter homily, and share this podcast with someone who would benefit from hearing it. Have a Blessed Easter Sunday, and Easter season. 

In today's homily, Msgr. Magee reflects on the Passion of our Lord, which was read at every Mass. He reminds us that Jesus came to our world to heal and forgive, and yet, there were still those who did not accept his message, and wanted him killed. He makes the point that Pilate and Herod had some hesitation in having Jesus executed, but it was the demands of the crowd that led to Jesus's execution. It is a reminder to us all of the part that we play in Christ's suffering and death. It is our sins that sent Jesus to His cross. Please share this with someone, and plan to attend one of the Holy Week Masses at St. Frances Cabrini Church. Have a blessed Holy Week.

Deacon Issac Wahlmeier's final comments to the parish during all the Masses, with additional thanks and gratitude from Msgr. McCormac and Msgr. Magee

In today's homily, Msgr. Magee shares some very thought provoking insights into today's Gospel message. He reminds us that in this story, Jesus shows vividly His compassionate heart for sinners. We are often all too eager to see that other people get what's coming to them. In today's gospel, Jesus says that "He without sin shall cast the first stone.", as they are about to stone the woman who is caught in adultery. Listen to this powerful homily, and please share with someone who might benefit in hearing it. Thank you and have a blessed week.

In today's homily, Deacon Isaac tells us that today's familiar gospel story of the prodigal's son is a reminder of how eager the Father is, to forgive our sins. Deacon Isaac explains how each of us has a choice, that is, which road will we choose to follow. The road that is easy just gets harder with every step. Sin tastes sweet in the mouth at first, but soon turns sour in the stomach. While choosing a road that aligns with God's plans for us, we find that road becomes easier for us. The main idea in this parable is that God is always ready to welcome us back when we repent and are truly sorry for our sins. No matter how long or how far we are from the Father's love for us, His mercy is infinite for all all of us, His children. Please share this Podcast with someone who will benefit from hearing it. Have a blessed week.

In today's homily, Deacon Mace reminds us that Jesus knows us totally and completely. He knows our sinful ways, but provides a way back through the sacrament of reconciliation, also known as confession. The rebuilding of our relationship with God can only begin when we acknowledge our transgressions. On Thursday, April 10, we will have reconciliation here at the parish with multiple priests hearing confessions. What a wonderful way to prepare ourselves internally for the great celebration of Easter. Have a Blessed Week!!